2005 Volvo V50 1.8L Petrol · BD05 AWC
2005 Volvo V50 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2005. Recorded mileage 235,085 miles. MOT expired on 08 Sept 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 235,085 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
BD05 AWC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 23/09/2024
- 235,085 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Known faults for Volvo V50
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BD05 AWC Mileage History
- 08/09/2022226,646 mi
- 06/09/2023234,313 mi+7,667 mi
- 06/09/2023234,313 mi
- 23/09/2024235,085 mi+772 mi
- 23/09/2024235,085 mi
Average of roughly 4,132 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BD05 AWC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (BD05 AWC) between September 2022 and September 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 23 September 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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